Tens of thousands of wildfire evacuees in Los Angeles are struggling to find temporary shelter, intensifying the housing shortage in the city. With 92,000 people still under evacuation orders, bidding wars for housing have erupted, leaving some displaced individuals living in their vehicles. The American Red Cross has opened shelters, but many evacuees are relying on hotels, vacation rentals, and the generosity of family and friends while grappling with the challenge of securing longer-term accommodations.
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EU retaliates against Trump’s trade moves and hits beef, whiskey, motorcycles with targeted tariffs – Chicago Tribune
The European Union retaliated against the U.S. by imposing new duties on industrial and farm products in response to the increased tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 25% by the Trump administration. The EU measures target goods worth $28 billion, including textiles, home appliances, and agricultural products, with a focus on products made in Republican-held states. EU officials emphasized the negative impact of tariffs on both economies and urged for negotiated outcomes to avoid...
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